0:1
Ireland took an early lead against Saudi Arabia as Robbie Keane volleyed from Gary Kelly's
cross and the bouncing ball slipped through Mohammed Al-Deaya's hands - 7 mins.

Although Saudi Arabia made a few penetrating moves towards the danger
zone, they generally tried to limit the damage by keeping an organised shape..... until
the last five minutes of the half when they tried to force Shay Given to make an error
with the slippery ball.

Half-time: Saudi Arabia 0 - Ireland 1

A 50th minute goal for ten-man Germany helps Ireland if the scores
stay as they are.

0:2
But Ireland would rather not count on Germany and scored a second goal themselves. Gary
Breen guided the ball home after Steve Staunton's free-kick was not dealt with by Saudi
Arabia - 62 mins.

0:3
Just after Klose scores Germany's second goal, Ireland put their third past Saudi Arabia.
Damien Duff, the scorer.